Place eggs in a saucepan in a single layer
Add enough cold water to cover the eggs by 1 inch
Put the saucepan on the stove over medium-high heat
Bring the water to a full boil
Turn off the heat and cover the pan
Let the eggs sit in the hot water for 6 to 12 minutes, depending on desired doneness
Prepare a bowl of ice water
Transfer the eggs to the ice water
Let them cool for 5 minutes
Peel and serve